Your destiny number, or expression number, is an idea in numerology that takes the letters of your birth name and derives meaning from them. This number also describes your purpose on earth, or the tasks that you need to accomplish in your lifetime. This expression number can also reveal your particular talents and strengths, abilities, and the kinds of things you will be attracted to in this life.
Numerologists believe that our destiny number and our names are energy manifested. The numerical value of our names describes the energy that has been put out into the universe by our very existence.
To find your destiny number, follow the following chart:
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I |
| J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R |
| S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |
Finding Your Expression Number
Use your first, middle, and last names and write them out on a page. Then, take the number that corresponds with each letter and write that underneath the letter. Add each line for your first, middle, and last names together. Then, reduce each number to a single digit, unless the Master Numbers of 11, 22, or 33 come up. Add up all numbers until you get a single digit unless it is a Master Number and then find your number below.
Once you’ve found your Destiny Number, read the explanations for each number below:
| M | I | C | H | A | E | L | A | |
| 4 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 1 | = 34 reduce to 3+4= 7 |
| L | E | E | ||||||
| 3 | 5 | 5 | = 13 reduce to 1 + 3 = 4 | |||||
| S | M | I | T | H | ||||
| 1 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 8 | = 24 reduce to 2+4= 6 |
Expression Number 1: These individuals are highly independent, innovative, and pioneering. These individuals are more likely to become politicians, leaders, millionaires, or inventors.
Expression Number 2: These people are sensitive, backing others towards success. These people are able to rally others to a cause.
Expression Number 3: These types are the life of the party. They love to showcase their artistic side and make people smile.
Expression Number 4: These types are highly analytical. You crave structure, guidelines, and accountability. There is a form and structure to what you do, even if it is creative.
Expression Number 5: These individuals are happy-go-lucky in every sense of the phrase. They crave fun and freedom, although structure can focus their efforts for the better.
Expression Number 6: Caring and selfless, these people take care of those around them. These personalities often tend towards fields like nursing, counselling, or teaching.
Expression Number 7: These individuals seek answers. You are innately curious and are driven to find answers to whatever interests you. You do well when focused by meditation.
Expression Number 8: You are motivated and drive to accomplish things on your to-do list. You have to find a balance between power and the finer things in life.
Expression Number 9: You are the epitome of optimism, seeing the good in everyone around you. You care deeply for the environment and about other people and work well as an instructor and teacher.
Expression Number 11: Expression Number 11 is a Master Number. These individuals are sensitive but hold power over those around them. You find balance in your sensitivity and your leadership skills.
Expression Number 22: Another Master Number, you are a leader and an innovator, able to easily step outside of your comfort zone. You inspire others.
Expression Number 33: The final Master Number is known as a Master Teacher. You are able to tap into what people need to learn, both physically and spiritually. You are open to those who wish to learn from your wisdom.
